The Real Portland Tour: City and 3 Lighthouses Historical Tour with a Real Local

Highlights

  • Visit three of Maine's lighthouses, with stops to stroll and snap photos

  • Travel comfortably by air-conditioned van, with only 13 fellow tour guests

  • Meet-up in the heart of the historic Old Port, on bustling Commercial Street

Summary

Visit three of Maine's lighthouses, with stops to stroll and snap photos

Tour info

Duration
1 hour 45 minutes
Group Size
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Why take this tour?

Travelers that want to see the best of Portland, Maine in less time shouldn't miss this guided tour, where you're whisked to the city's top sights, in just a couple hours. Follow your Mainer guide to see top landmarks—from the Portland Head Light to 19th century Fort Preble—as well as some hidden gems that only a local could find.

What’s included?

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Knowledgeable, entertaining guide with 20 years experience giving tours of his hometown of Portland.

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 1h 45m

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

The tour vehicle is a 14 passenger, high roof Ford Transit van. Masks are to be worn while inside the vehicle. The tour often sells out, so you will be riding with others in the van. No pets/animals of any kind are allowed on board.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

The Real Portland Tour

About operator:

Welcome to my hometown! Hop aboard for a fun and authentic 90 minute sightseeing tour of Portland, Maine and nearby lighthouses with a guide who is a real local, born and raised right here in Portland! Let me take you for an insider's look at the current happenings and rich history of this charming and highly acclaimed city. We'll go where other tours go, and then I'll take you places other tours don't - you'll see hidden gems that only a real local knows! I've been a tour guide in Portland for 20 years, and I’m also a college librarian. I’ve spent years researching the hidden history of Portland, and I take pride in providing a personalized, entertaining tour with the right amount of humor, history, and local flavor! This is the only Portland tour that offers a full City Tour and a trip to 3 Lighthouses! Check my website for a complete listing of tour days, times, and availability. Tours offered year round. Private tours/group shuttling available. This is The Real Portland Tour!

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